Knitters are so darn clever sometimes I just can’t get over it.
Tammy Lyons, who blogs at Eclectic Technique, was thinking about that fact that it’s possible to knit two socks at the same time on the same needles, one … Read More...
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by Sarah White
Knitters are so darn clever sometimes I just can’t get over it.
Tammy Lyons, who blogs at Eclectic Technique, was thinking about that fact that it’s possible to knit two socks at the same time on the same needles, one … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
An from Straight Grain shows how you can make a set of mommy & me tote bags. Everything about the pair of bags is the same – the fabric, the faux leather bottom, the sturdy construction – but one is … Read More...
A user on image sharing site imgur posted this beautiful crochet wedding veil that she made with the help of her family and friends. She first made a sample (and many others) to figure out which pattern she liked best … Read More...
The holiday season is quickly approaching and with that usually brings guests to our homes. Do you have enough sleeping room for them? Maybe you just don’t have the extra space to have a bed that rarely gets used. A … Read More...
Throwing a Halloween party and need some devilish treats? These deviled eggs will be a hit at the party.
Lynn shows you 4 different ways to decorate the deviled eggs. The one pictured above is with candy knives from Wilton … Read More...
We don’t all have the luxury of our very own makeup artists, I don’t know about you but when I am getting ready it usually means I have children at my feet or the only other adult in the house … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Red Brolly shares a free pattern for making the prettiest teapot pincushion. It’s a squat little teapot, with a handle peeking out from one side and a spout from the other. To make one you’ll need only a fat quarter… Read More...
If you want to learn how to knit but are nervous to try, you should try your hand at french knitting. It is easy to do, especially when you make once of these simple french knitters created by Jane from … Read More...
by Linda Lanese
Natalie of “Crème de la Craft” creates craft projects “up cycled” from everyday objects you may already have around the house; like these Mini Mitten Ornaments from an Old Sweater. They also make great gift toppers. Tie them onto gift … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Nienke from Pienkel shares a tutorial showing how you can make a girls reversible shrug. This would make a pretty extra layer over a sleeveless dress. It’s made from knit fabrics, with ties at the front for a closure. You … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Hey guys, it’s that time of year again! Holiday sales and craft shows are just around the corner, and I couldn’t be more excited. As someone who loves to craft and sell my creations, I’m always on the lookout for … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Sharon from Crafts ‘n Coffee shows how you can make these Itsy Bitsy Spiders Halloween decorations. Their bodies are made from Styrofoam and fabric, and their legs from bent wire. You can make them with no sewing required. They’d be … Read More...
Layer up and mix and match different word stamps for a fun background on this spooky Halloween card, add some stamped and die cut pumpkins (each with a fun face) on top and you’ve got a great card for Halloween. … Read More...
I love printables, especially free printables! (Posters and cards and invites oh my!). Here are three great posters I’ve found lately. Above the classic quote from Anne of Green gables. This one was designed by Bre of Brepurposed.… Read More...
Make Halloween pillow boxes two ways with these tutorials.
First up: use the Pillow Box Punchboard from Crafts Unleashed to cut pillow boxes from cardstock as shown above. Then embellish them with glittery bats!
Are you looking for … Read More...
It’s not too late to decide to throw a Halloween party! Go on live a little! Especially since you can download this free invitation from A Joyful Riot, and get them sent out today! print out on white or … Read More...
I am completely blown away by this amazing Halloween House of Poe made by Laura of ArtfullyMusing. Using a variety of paper crafting and other craft techniques, she constructed this wonderful diorama, honoring Edgar Allen Poe. She takes you … Read More...
After seeing an impressive faux leather piece I went looking for faux leather tutorials and found exactly what I was searching for. This tutorial uses materials most clayers will have on hand and straightforward techniques.
Bonus: the faux looks very … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing how she made this fringed leather bag. It’s a tote style bag covered in rows of long fringe. It’s lined, with a pocket on the inside to hold a … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Tovah from Professor Pincushion shows how you can make a royal crown and robe for your pet. With the crushed velvet crown and robe, you can dress them up like the royalty you know they are. Both pieces are trimmed … Read More...